Entry Level Quotations Coordinator

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About the position

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in. Ferguson is currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a Commercial Plumbing Quotations Coordinator in our Raleigh, NC, Nashville, TN, and/or Newport News, VA locations. In this role you will develop commercial plumbing quotations in various markets throughout the country. This role is approved to be a hybrid role based out of Raleigh, NC, Nashville, TN, or Newport News, VA locations, in accordance with the Ferguson Flex schedule; 3 days office / 2 days remote. Please see below requirements for more information on hybrid work possibilities. Shift: No Nights and Weekends!

Responsibilities

  • Develop quotations based on branch preferences, including manufacturers, profit margins, etc.
  • After training, possess the ability to identify relevant materials to be quoted
  • Maintain good customer and vendor relationships
  • Interact/negotiate with vendors
  • Work within a team setting to accomplish goals
  • Organize and file inbound emails and attachments appropriately in project folders
  • Identify business critical issues quickly and collaborate with team members to resolve
  • Use and maintain established SOP's to complete quotation processes

Requirements

  • Commercial Plumbing knowledge, quotation experience, and/or Inside Sales experience preferred, however we are willing to train the right candidate.
  • Ability to collaborate & support quotations associates and managers in a team-oriented environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, especially Teams and Outlook
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
  • Strong computer and typing skills (40+ WPM)
  • Ability to handle a highly deadline-driven environment
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable as this position often requires multi-tasking
  • Ability to identify business critical issues quickly and navigate priorities based on last minute changes
  • Must be well organized, detail-oriented and have excellent time-management skills
  • Must display a high level of integrity and professionalism
  • Candidates based in the general Raleigh, Nashville, or Newport News markets, we offer a hybrid schedule with time in the office for in person meetings, training, and/or collaboration.
  • Hybrid candidates are expected in the office 3 days per week.
  • Hybrid candidates must have high speed internet connection
  • Future in-office requirements are TBD and are subject to change.

Benefits

  • health
  • dental
  • vision
  • paid time off
  • life insurance
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • mental health coverage
  • gender affirming and family building benefits
  • paid parental leave
  • associate discounts
  • community involvement opportunities
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